Photography (Top-Up) BA (Hons) at University of Northampton

Approved by the Association of Photographers, this top-up degree explores the photograph across contemporary practices, from commercial to art-based work. With studio and darkroom access, live projects and exhibitions, you'll graduate with a professional portfolio.

Faculty: Faculty of Education, Arts, Science and Technology  |  Department: Art and Design  |  Duration: Full Time: 1 year; Part Time: 2 years  |  Study mode: full-time, part-time (top-up)  |  Intake: September  |  Location: Northampton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Your learning will be informed by historical and current references as well as cultural and social contexts so that you can understand the impact that photography can have and the change it can inspire, as well as developing your professional practice. We will also support you to engage in live projects, competitions and exhibitions so that you are prepared for the professional field of photography when you graduate. Modules include Professional Futures, Project Foundations: Research & Concept, Final Major Project.

Career pathways

Our BA Photography degree is excellent preparation for a range of careers in fields such as the commercial and public sectors, marketing, public relations and specialised fields. With the skills and knowledge developed on our photography undergraduate programme, our graduates have gone on to pursue a wide variety of different photography careers.

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